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Stevenson University’s online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Literacy Education is designed to equip classroom teachers with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to increase student success for all learners. In the current educational landscape, classroom teachers are tasked with helping learners develop 21st century skills of critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration while they are simultaneously required to evolve their skills and develop new strategies for addressing the emerging issues in literacy education.
In the Literacy Education certificate program, teachers will explore current trends in literacy instruction, develop strategies for integrating literacy into content areas, align curricula with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), and examine the impact of digital technologies and culturally responsive literacy. Certificate graduates will meet the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) coursework requirements for a Reading Teacher endorsement.
Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Literacy Education program, graduates will be able to:
• Articulate the theoretical frameworks and research-based foundations of reading, writing, and communication processes.
• Design and implement integrated, comprehensive, and balanced curriculum to support students’ literacy needs.
• Evaluate student literacy performance using valid, reliable, and fair assessment tools to screen, diagnosis, monitor, and measure student literacy achievement to inform instruction and evaluate interventions.
• Create and engage learners in literacy practices that develop awareness, respect, and a valuing of differences in our society.
• Integrate digital technologies and print resources to engage learners in a literacy rich learning environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners on the developmental continuum of language and literacy learning.
“Stevenson’s Literacy Education certificate program has reinforced the strategies and instructional techniques utilized in the literacy education delivered to my students daily. It has also provided a backdrop for authentic, meaningful conversations with my colleagues who are participating alongside me about the subject matter presented in the courses. As a result, my knowledge-base has been further developed and strengthened.”
Required Courses (15 credits) • LTED 603 Foundations of Literacy • LTED 611 Literacy Assessment • LTED 621 Culturally Responsive Literacy • LTED 623 Digital Literacy and Media • LTED 701 Literacy Capstone
Admission Requirements • Completed online application • Completion of bachelor’s degree from a
regionally accredited institution • Official college transcript from your degree-
granting institution; additional transcripts may be required to demonstrate satisfaction of program-specific prerequisites or at the discretion of the Admissions Committee
• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work
• Personal statement
Tuition & FeesTuition (per credit): $495
Stevenson University has simplified the cost of your education by eliminating all fees.
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Credit for Prior LearningStevenson University recognizes learning where it takes place. Many adult students have gained valuable knowledge and competencies outside of the classroom. Through Stevenson University’s Credit for Prior Learning Program, undergraduate students can earn credit for what they have learned through their previous work and life experiences.
Students are eligible to • Earn up to 30 credits toward degree requirements • Use credits to fulfi ll core, program, and elective requirements • Benefi t from signifi cant savings on tuition costs • Reduce the amount of time required to graduate
Stevenson University Online offers several options for assessing and awarding college credit for prior learning. Once accepted into a Stevenson University program, you will be assigned a Student Success Coach who will advise you on which credit options might work best for you.
Credit for Prior Learning options • College-Level Examination Process (CLEP) • DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) • Prior Learning Portfolio • Departmental Challenge Exam • American Council on Education (ACE)
(ideal for military experience)
Tuition & Fees Tuition (per credit): $450
Stevenson University Online has simplifi ed the cost of your education by eliminating all fees.
The Stevenson DifferenceMultiple Starting DatesStudents can choose to start their program in the fall, spring, or summer semester. This provides students the opportunity to begin studies when they are ready. Students can choose the course schedule that works best for them, allowing a balance of work, school, and life events.
Career SuccessStevenson University offers students a wide range of valuable services, resources, and educational programs to support their diverse career interests including job search assistance and coaching, career interest and assessment tools, resume and interview skills development, and access to on-campus career fairs and interview opportunities. Stevenson University Online has a dedicated Career and Industry Specialist who will assist you one-on-one with identifying and developing your career path.
Stevenson Facts at a Glance • More than 4,400 students pursuing
undergraduate and graduate studies • Regionally accredited by the Middle States
Commission on Higher Education*
• Founded in 1947 as Villa Julie College • Maryland’s third-largest independent university • Full and part-time faculty: 511 • Student-faculty ratio: 15:1 • Courses offered on-campus and online • Federal Student Financial Aid available for
those who qualify • Two convenient campus locations north
of Baltimore: Greenspring and Owings Mills* Stevenson University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 267-284-5000.
CONTACT INFORMATION:Stevenson University OnlineOffi ce of Admissions100 Campus CircleOwings Mills, MD 21117
Toll Free: 1-877-531-7118Email: [email protected]: stevenson.edu/suo
FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit stevenson.edu/CBEL or contact Amanda Millar at [email protected]
Tuition & Fees Tuition (per credit): $670
Stevenson University has simplified the cost of your education by eliminating all fees.
Stevenson University Online partners with local organizations to offer a preferred-tuition rate to employees who continue their education at Stevenson University.
For more information about our partnerships and student eligibility for preferred-tuition rates, contact an Enrollment Counselor at [email protected] or call 1-877-531-7118.
Credit for Prior LearningStevenson University recognizes learning where it takes place. Many adult students have gained valuable knowledge and competencies outside of the classroom. Through Stevenson University’s Credit for Prior Learning Program, undergraduate students can earn credit for what they have learned through their previous work and life experiences.
Students are eligible to • Earn up to 30 credits toward degree requirements • Use credits to fulfill core, program, and elective requirements • Benefit from significant savings on tuition costs • Reduce the amount of time required to graduate
Stevenson University Online offers several options for assessing and awarding college credit for prior learning. Once accepted into a Stevenson University program, you will be assigned a Student Success Coach who will advise you on which credit options might work best for you.
Credit for Prior Learning options • College-Level Examination Process (CLEP) • DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) • Prior Learning Portfolio • Departmental Challenge Exam • American Council on Education (ACE)
(ideal for military experience)
Tuition & Fees Tuition (per credit): $450
Stevenson University has simplified the cost of your education by eliminating all fees.
The Stevenson DifferenceMultiple Starting DatesStudents can choose to start their program in the fall, spring, or summer semester. This provides students the opportunity to begin studies when they are ready. Students can choose the course schedule that works best for them, allowing a balance of work, school, and life events.
Career SuccessStevenson University offers students a wide range of valuable services, resources, and educational programs to support their diverse career interests including job search assistance and coaching, career interest and assessment tools, resume and interview skills development, and access to on-campus career fairs and interview opportunities. Stevenson University Online has a dedicated Career and Industry Specialist who will assist you one-on-one with identifying and developing your career path.
Stevenson Facts at a Glance • More than 4,400 students pursuing
undergraduate and graduate studies • Regionally accredited by the Middle States
Commission on Higher Education*
• Founded in 1947 as Villa Julie College • Maryland’s third-largest independent university • Full and part-time faculty: 511 • Student-faculty ratio: 15:1 • Courses offered on-campus and online • Federal Student Financial Aid available for
those who qualify • Three convenient campus locations north
of Baltimore: Greenspring, Owings Mills, and Owings Mills North
* Stevenson University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 267-284-5000.
CONTACT INFORMATION:Stevenson University OnlineOffice of Admissions100 Campus CircleOwings Mills, MD 21117
Toll Free: 1-877-531-7118Email: [email protected]: stevenson.edu/online
Tuition & FeesTuition (per credit): $670
Stevenson University has simplified the cost of your education by eliminating all fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the ideal candidate for this program?The intended audience for this program are teachers who want to enhance student success through implementing robust literacy strategies within their classrooms and advance their competency in diagnosing and addressing students’ literacy gaps.
Does this certificate lead to a MSDE Endorsement?Stevenson’s Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Literacy Education is designed so that program completers, who are certified in early childhood education, elementary education, or secondary education with two years of successful teaching experience, are eligible for MSDE Reading Teacher endorsement.
How are courses offered?Stevenson’s Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Literacy Education is offered online in 8-week sessions, providing flexibility for working professionals. Course content is facilitated through engaging online instruction by seasoned professionals. Current and innovative educational technology tools build community and encourage collaboration among students and between students and professors. Practical application of theory is embedded throughout the program.
How soon can the program be completed and when does it begin?Enrollment of the first cohort took place in Spring 2018. The certificate may be completed in two years if one course is taken each Fall and Spring semester.
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